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CAUTION
:
Always be sure that the tool
is
switched off and unplugged before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.
Replacing carbon brushes
c
Remove and check the carbon brushes re-
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gularly. Replace when they wear down to
the limit mark. Keep the carbon brushes
clean and free to slip in the holders. Both
carbon brushes should be replaced
at
the
same time. Use only indentical carbon
brushes.
Open the chip cover and remove the brush
holder caps using
a
screwdriver. Take out
the worn carbon brushes, insert the new
ones and secure the brush holder caps.
Lubrication
Oil the chain (after removing the side cover
R),
the column moving parts (contact areas)
and the crank handle. This periodic lubrica-
tion should be performed with machine oil.
CAUTION
:
Oiling and
all
maintenance should be done
with
the tool turned
off
and unplugged.
L
Limit
mark
Brush holder cap
\
I
Screwdriver
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, any other maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers,
always using Makita replacement parts only.
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